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The Boleyn Tavern Upton Park

A West Ham institution on Green Street that has been the heartbeat of Hammers matchdays since long before the move to the London Stadium.

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1 Green St, London E7 8LH
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The spot

Why go here?

Even though West Ham have left Upton Park, the Boleyn keeps the old spirit alive. Photos of Bobby Moore and the 1966 World Cup winners on the walls, and a crowd that remembers the Boleyn Ground as if it were yesterday.

  • Photos of Bobby Moore and the 1966 World Cup winners on the walls
  • Original Boleyn Ground heritage in every corner
  • Proper East End matchday atmosphere
  • A short ride from the London Stadium on the District line
  • Generations of Hammers families drink here
  • Welcoming to away fans who treat the place with respect

Best moment to visit

Post-match pints

  • Reliving the game with old Hammers regulars
  • A late round under the Bobby Moore photos
  • Chips and a pint after a long matchday
  • Singing 'Bubbles' one more time

Heads up: it is a serious West Ham pub. Read the room before raising an away scarf.

On the menu

What to order

Drinks

  • A pint of London Pride
  • Guinness for the heritage
  • A cold lager after the walk

Food

  • Pie and mash from the shops nearby
  • Chips at the bar

Who is it for?

Perfect for

  • West Ham fans on a London trip
  • Away supporters who respect the room
  • Football history fans
  • Groups who want a proper East End pub
  • Anyone curious about the old Upton Park
Suggested matchday itinerary
  1. 12:00Step 1

    Pie and mash on Green Street

    Start with the classic East End matchday meal nearby.

  2. 13:00Step 2

    Pints at the Boleyn

    Settle in under the Bobby Moore photos.

  3. 14:00Step 3

    Tube to Stratford

    Short hop on the District line to the London Stadium.

  4. 15:00Step 4

    Kick-off

    Take your seat with the Hammers in full voice.

Local tip 🇬🇧

Walk Green Street before kick-off. The old Boleyn Ground site is right there, and the streetscape still feels like a matchday from the 90s.

Why FootballCityTrip recommends it

If you want to understand West Ham beyond the new stadium, the Boleyn is essential.

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